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$312,445

¥49.8M · ¥521,411/m²

Durable 2LDK by Yamada Homes

For sale · checked today · listed Jul 28, 2026

Shimotsuke, Tochigi栃木県下野市祇園１
2LDK · 95.5 m² (1,028 sq ft)
270.3 m² of land (81.8 tsubo)
Wood-frame, 2 stories · Built 1992
JR Jichi Medical University Station: 5 min walk

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FreeholdYou would own the land, not lease it.
Needs permission to build (宅地造成工事規制区域)Residential land development control zone. Grading and earthworks need a permit.
Residential zoneInside the town plan.
Built 1992, wooden, before the 2000 updateMeets the 1981 code but not the 2000 rules for wooden houses. Ask for an inspection.

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What it costs to buy and keep

On top of the price, once

Agent commissionLegal maximum$10,725¥1,709,400

Acquisition tax$3,124 – $9,373¥498,000 – ¥1,494,000

Registration + scrivener$2,127 – $7,253¥339,000 – ¥1,156,000

Total to buy$328,421 – $339,796¥52,346,400 – ¥54,159,400

Every year

Property tax (est.)$1,312 – $3,187¥209,160 – ¥507,960

Fire + earthquake insurance (est.)$314 – $941¥50,000 – ¥150,000

Estimates from the asking price. Taxes are set on the assessed value, which is usually lower.

Life around the house

7-Eleven360 m

Supermarket200 m

Hospital120 m

Jichi Medical University Station350 m

At this address

Earthquake8% chance of strong shaking in 30 years (J-SHIS)
High
VolcanoAsama is 119 km away
Far
TyphoonsModerate for this prefecture
Moderate
SnowLight snowfall in winter
Light
PopulationShimotsuke: -18% by 2050 (IPSS)
Declining
Airbnb / minpakuAllowed with a local limit on nights or seasons. Confirm with the town hall.
Up to 180 nights

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Full listing details

This well-constructed 2LDK home by Yamada Homes, known for its earthquake resistance and durability, is located just a 5-minute walk from the JR Utsunomiya Line's Jichi Medical University Station. Built in 1992, the property features a spacious land area of 270.34 sqm and offers parking for three cars, making it a practical choice for families.

Parking for 3 or more carsLand over 50 tsuboRoad over 6 meters wideJapanese roomTwo storiesSouthwest-facingCity gasElementary school within 10 minutes

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